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Want a Purebred Dog? Avoid Supporting Puppy Mills

Looking for a purebred dog? Don't support the puppy mill industry. Instead, you can save a life and adopt a purebred dog with these tips.

Puppy looking over the shoulder of a person holding him

Promises to My Dog

Here are 12 'promises to my dog' that you make when you bring a dog into your life. Life with a dog is a joyful commitment.

Woman making promises to her dog, the most important of which is to love him

Pit Bulls: Everything You Need to Know

Learn about the history of pit bull terrier-type dogs, pit bull myths, advocating for and rescuing pit bulls, breed-specific legislation, and more.

two pit bull terrier-type dogs sitting together in a chair

Pit Bull Facts: Resources on Pit Bull Terriers and Breed Restrictions

Learn pit bull facts and debunk myths through this list of resources that offer important information about pit bull terriers and breed-specific legislation (BSL).

White pit bull and his person sitting together outside

Pit Bull Myths and Facts

Learn common pit bull myths and facts, including the misconception that pit bulls are dangerous. No, pit bulls don't have locking jaws and are not more likely to bite tha...

Brown pit bull and orange tabby cat sitting next to each other

How to Find Pet-Friendly Rentals

Looking for a pet-friendly rental house or apartment? Check out this list of tips and resources to find pet-friendly rentals.

couple and two dogs in front of a pet-friendly rental house

Pet Store Puppies: Why You Shouldn't Rescue One

Pet store puppies for sale usually come from puppy mills, factory farms for dogs who live in deplorable conditions and are bred as often as possible.

Small brown puppy looking up at the camera

Dog Grooming Tips: How to Groom Your Pet at Home

Use these helpful dog grooming tips for beginners to groom your pup at home.

dog grooming session where a white-and-black dog is getting a bath

Pet Dental Care

Pet dental care is an important component of overall pet health. Find out what causes dental disease, how to prevent it, and treatment options.

Black shelter dog with crooked teeth. He has received pet dental care and has clean teeth.

Dog Muzzles: How and Why to Use Them

A dog muzzle can be a helpful tool to keep everyone safe while you’re working to improve a dog’s social skills or manage aggressive tendencies.

Close-up on a black-and-white dog's smiling face

Tips for Bringing Home a New Pet

Bringing home a new pet? Learn about pet-proofing your home, introducing pets to each other, and more to help your pet adjust to their new home.

family gathered outside with two black-and-tan dogs

Tips for Moving With Pets

Planning on moving with pets? There are challenges to moving with a dog, cat, or other pet but also several ways to minimize the stress. Here are some tips.

person and dog sitting together and smiling

Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment, and Prognosis

Dog lymphoma is cancer affecting white blood cells. Learn about the signs of lymphoma in dogs, the stages, treatments, and possible life expectancy of a dog with lymphoma...

Black senior dog with graying muzzle who has lymphoma sitting at someone's feet being held on a Best Friends leash

Managing Barrier Reactivity

Some dogs behave aggressively when behind a fence. They may bark, growl and lunge. Learn prevention and counter-conditioning strategies.

German shepherd behind a fence

'Look at That' (LAT) Training for Reactive Dogs

Teaching a dog to look at you is especially helpful for reactive dogs and can help all dogs in scary or exciting situations when they are distracted. Follow this step-by-...

Dog in a dog training class learning to look at his person

Kidney Disease In Dogs

Canine kidney disease is often a chronic issue in older dogs. A Best Friends vet describes the symptoms of the organ function problem.

Kidney Disease In Dogs